Solar panels, explained without the jargon.
You get real 2026 costs, honest grant advice and MCS-certified installer quotes. We write it all in plain English for people who have never done this before. There is no hard sell and there are no phone calls, because every enquiry is online.
- VAT on solar
- 0%
- Typical payback
- 10–15 yrs
- Panel guarantee
- 25 yrs
Why homeowners trust Maya Solar
Plain English, always
We never use acronyms such as kWp, SEG or MCS without an explanation. If a first-time buyer would not understand a sentence, we rewrite it, because every guide should work for people new to solar.
No phone, no pressure
Every enquiry is online, through a short form. There are no cold calls and no sales scripts, ever. As a result, you can read and decide at your own pace.
MCS-certified, always
We only refer homeowners to MCS-certified installers. This keeps you eligible for the Smart Export Guarantee and most grant routes, since MCS certification is required for both.
Three steps, no pressure at any of them
Tell us about your home
It takes a couple of minutes on our online form. We ask about your roof and your rough energy use, and there is nothing you need to look up in advance.
Get a free, no-obligation survey
An MCS-certified installer checks your roof and your usage. Then they explain your options in plain English, so you know what each choice means.
Compare quotes, decide in your own time
You get a clear, itemised quote with no expiry pressure. You can take it or leave it, because the choice is entirely yours.
Everything you need to know, one guide at a time
All guides →Each guide covers one part of going solar. Start with costs if you want the numbers, or with installation if you want to know what happens on the day. Since every guide uses the same plain style, you can read them in any order.
Solar Panel Installation
MCS-certified installation, start to finish, explained in plain English. Read the guide →Solar Panel Costs
Real 2026 UK prices by house size, with no surprise add-ons. Read the guide →Solar Panel Grants
ECO4, 0% VAT and every live UK scheme — see what you qualify for. Read the guide →Battery Storage
Store your own sunshine and use it after dark. Read the guide →Solar Panel Maintenance
Servicing, cleaning and repairs that keep panels performing. Read the guide →Smart Export Guarantee
Get paid for the power you don't use — SEG explained simply. Read the guide →This applies to domestic solar and battery installations until 31 March 2027. For a typical household, that saves roughly £1,000–£3,000 on the installed price.
ECO4 can fully fund the installation cost for qualifying households. A typical fully funded 4kWp system is worth £5,000–£8,000.
This is the average Smart Export Guarantee rate for power you don't use. Rates vary by supplier, however, from roughly 1p to 15p per kWh on standard tariffs.
Covering homes across the UK
We are building dedicated guides city by city. Here is where we have started, and we add more regularly. Cannot see your area? We still cover it.
See all locations →Questions homeowners ask us first
Are solar panels worth it in the UK?
For most homes, yes. With 0% VAT until March 2027, typical payback of 10–15 years and a 25-year panel guarantee, solar is a solid long-term investment. However, the exact numbers depend on your roof and how much power you use during the day.
How much do solar panels cost?
A typical 4kWp system for a 3-bedroom home costs around £6,000–£8,000 fully installed in 2026. With battery storage, the cost is £10,000–£14,000. A free survey gives you an exact figure for your roof, because every roof is different.
Does Maya Solar install the panels?
No, we are an independent, jargon-free guide. We explain solar in plain English, while vetted, MCS-certified installers carry out the survey and installation. We match you with them.
How do I get in touch?
Online only, by design. Fill in the short form on our Contact page. We do not have a phone line because we want nothing to get missed, and there is no sales call.
Ask us a quick solar question
Send a message and we reply by email, usually within a couple of working days. No phone calls.
Ready to see what solar could do for your home?
Tell us a little about your roof and your energy bills. There is no pressure and there are no phone calls, because we give you a clear answer.
Get your free quote